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What to do this weekend – June 14-16

On the menu this weekend – a country and western dance, a sprint along a scenic trail, a stroll with an alpaca, and a barbecued meal with singing and dancing to the lively sounds of folk-punk … adding up to a weekend of fun activities in the Townships!

Dance at the Rodéo d’Ayer’s Cliff

Crédit : JG Richard

The Ayer’s Cliff Rodeo is THE premier country and western event in the Eastern Townships – music, local products, rodeo acts, dance lessons and entertainment for small fry at the Place de la Famille. Don your Stetson and head for Ayer’s Cliff! As in previous years, you’ll get a shot at choosing the « King of poutine ».

Thursday, June 13 – Sunday, June 16 │ Ayer’s Cliff

The XTRAIL race in Sutton

Sports aficionados will love the challenge of Mont Sutton’s XTRAIL race! It take place this Saturday in the Parc d’environnement naturel de Sutton. Give give your body a good workout while enjoying the natural environment and the spectacular surroundings of the park.

Saturday, June 15 │ Mont SUTTON

Stroll with an alpaca at Verger Champêtre

The Verger Champêtre, a family farm, is welcoming visitors to its animal enclosures this Saturday. You’ll be able to get up close and personal with the cute creatures that live here - fallow deer, alpacas, miniature horses, sheep and goats. One of the highlights is to take a stroll with an alpaca or a miniature horse!

Saturday, June 15 │ Verger Champêtre │ Granby

An entertaining « musical BBQ » at La Meunerie

Crédit : Jonathan Mercier

For a tasty BBQ with singing and dancing, head to La Meunerie in Saint Adrien this Saturday, and bring along your family and friends. A singer will be on hand to get you in the party mood!

Saturday, June 15 (from 5pm onwards) │ La Meunerie de Saint-Adrien

Sing along at the La Bardasse Music Festival!

The La Bardasse folk-punk Festival, which runs this Saturday, will have you singing at the top of your lungs! On-site attractions include microbrewery beers, local products and entertainers such as Mononc Serge et Pépé et sa guitare – a singing duo with double bass and a guitar.